Captain
Brad Simonds

Member since May 2014 Key West, United States
Background
Capt. Brad has 40 years of charter fishing and tournament sportfishing experience. Apart from running a charter business, he's also spent 9 years as a member of the Sanctuary Advisory Council to the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary representing the charter boat industry. He welcomes anglers of all skill levels on board – he can help you from teaching basics to a first-timer to providing assistance to a seasoned sea wolf.
Techniques
Capt. Brad specializes in light tackle fishing, though he's very skilled in all techniques required to catch a variety of species

Hey, I'm Captain Brad Simonds

Key West, United States
Background
Capt. Brad has 40 years of charter fishing and tournament sportfishing experience. Apart from running a charter business, he's also spent 9 years as a member of the Sanctuary Advisory Council to the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary representing the charter boat industry. He welcomes anglers of all skill levels on board – he can help you from teaching basics to a first-timer to providing assistance to a seasoned sea wolf.
Techniques
Capt. Brad specializes in light tackle fishing, though he's very skilled in all techniques required to catch a variety of species

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(232 reviews)
Key West
 3 bookings in the past week.
Trips from US $950

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 232 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (302)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
94%
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James B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on June 28, 2025
James was great. Really hustled to make the most of the experience. Everyone brought in several fish. Thanks to the captain...
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Mike P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 3, 2025
The captain & First Mate were great! Very friendly and helpful. My grandson caught a 25 pound mahi (along with other keepers).ย ...
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Joe F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishon!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on September 8, 2025
what an amazing boat to fish,ย  very fun day on the water. Mahi and tuna catch of the day.ย  late lunch prepared by our restaurant...
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Rolando N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Excellent fishing experience

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on July 30, 2025
Had a wonderful time with Captain Brad and First Mate James. We are novice fishermen and they treated us well and made the...
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Jessica B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great family trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 17, 2025
Captain Brad and his mate, James, worked hard to get everyone shots at catching fish and they were great with our teenage kids....
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